DITO Telecommunity, rising telecommunications provider, has unveiled a game-changing home internet solution that promises to redefine the Filipino household’s digital experience. In partnership with Huawei Technologies, DITO introduced the world’s first 5G RedCap-powered Wi-Fi for home use, dubbed “DITO Home WOWFi,” at a grand launch event held at Ascott BGC on October 18, 2024.
Empowering Filipino Homes with Next-Gen Connectivity
This cutting-edge service is powered by DITO’s Standalone (SA) “true 5G” network, providing unprecedented internet speeds of up to 100 Mbps. The introduction of DITO Home WOWFi, with its groundbreaking 5G RedCap technology, highlights DITO’s commitment to making ultra-fast internet accessible and affordable for all Filipinos, especially those in underserved areas.
Evelyn Jimenez, DITO’s Chief Revenue Officer for Consumer Business, emphasized the transformative impact of this technology:
“This advancement transforms the way we live, pushing us to veer away from old habits and make meaningful upgrades. We’re honored and excited to share our new life-changing home internet solution, DITO Home WOWFi.”
She added that DITO’s goal remains to bridge the digital divide, noting that over 6 million Filipino households still lack reliable internet access:
“DITO Home WOWFi empowers families to embrace the digital age, helping them connect, learn, and grow without barriers.”
Revolutionizing Home Internet Through 5G RedCap
The technology behind DITO Home WOWFi is 5G RedCap, short for “Reduced Capability.” Unlike traditional 5G, which offers full-scale features, 5G RedCap caters specifically to household needs, delivering essential 5G performance without overburdening costs. Ret. Maj. Gen. Rodolfo Santiago, DITO’s Chief Technology Officer, explained the significance of this technology:
“Why deploy the full capacity of 5G when home users don’t need it? With RedCap, we drastically reduce the cost of both equipment and service while delivering the right amount of 5G performance to meet their needs.”
By optimizing 5G for home usage, DITO ensures that more Filipino households can experience reliable and high-speed internet at a cost that is only slightly higher than traditional 4G services.
Pioneering a New Era of Home Internet
The launch of DITO Home WOWFi also highlights DITO’s leadership in 5G availability and download speeds. This achievement was recognized by the Open Signal Global Awards, reinforcing the company’s position as a key player in the Philippine telecom industry.
Abe Olandres, Founder and Editor of Yugatech, expressed how this new technology bridges the gap between 4G and 5G:
“5G RedCap addresses the need to transition from 4G to 5G, making the technology more affordable and accessible.”
Olandres also highlighted that devices like smartwatches and video surveillance systems would benefit significantly from this cost-effective 5G solution.
Bringing the Future of Smart Homes to Every Filipino
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, DITO aims to be at the forefront of this transformation by democratizing 5G for Filipino homes. Jasper Evangelista, DITO’s Brand and Marketing Director, highlighted how DITO Home WOWFi is built for the smart homes of the future:
“With true 5G, we’re not just offering faster speeds, but also the capacity to support a large network of IoT devices, helping create smart cities and infrastructure.”
With its true 5G capabilities, DITO Home WOWFi is set to revolutionize how Filipinos connect to the internet at home. Whether for streaming, gaming, remote work, or managing smart home devices, DITO is ensuring that Filipino households can embrace the digital future with ease.
Art Samaniego, Information and Communications Technology Head of Manila Bulletin, discussed the numerous benefits of 5G RedCap to Filipino households, such as increased capacity for more devices, smart home innovation, stable performance for wearables, more reliable connection for remote work, online learning, and micro businesses.
“5G RedCap technology opens up incredible opportunities for Filipino households. From increased network capacity, to enhanced smart home automation, reliable connections for work and education, and improved performance of wearables, RedCap truly brings the future into our homes. It represents a smarter, safer, and more efficient way of living, bridging the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical everyday benefits,” Samaniego said.
DITO Telecommunity’s launch of DITO Home WOWFi marks a significant leap forward in the Philippine home internet landscape. With 5G RedCap technology, DITO is not only delivering ultra-fast connectivity but also making it affordable and accessible to millions of Filipinos. This is the next step in DITO’s mission to power the future of digital homes, bringing world-class technology straight to Filipino families.
